Avis/ Mikro Mir 1/32nd scale Fokker EV Jasta 6.

[RAGIII]

Hi Rick! That is a very "buildable" looking kit ... very safe in your capable hands! And what a great subject! I will look forward to the building process, always a source of great information and wonder... Any thoughts on the main wing finish? Dark Green or streaky 4-colour over wood or faded and maybe a combination? The choice is yours, really! Regards, Marc

This is certainly a very buildable kit as you said! Just look at the build Des did on the Home Page for proof! As for the wings I am going with the streaky 4 color. Green/brown uppers, blue/lilac unders. I have been at least Semi convinced this is correct since the old Aerodrome discussion. On the other hand I think there is room for interpretation since many photos just look like a plain color...Fokker Olive would be a good choice  It was the 4 pigments listed in the bill of lading, and the rare couple of photos that clearly showed a demarcation between colors that made me lean this way!
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[RAGIII]

Rick,
My old friend I'm so looking forward to following along here. Keep up the excellence.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Thanks Gregory. Always great to hear from you!
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Cracking Rick!

Great to see something different... lovely subject

Guy

Thanks Guy. I appreciate the way you follow my builds!
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Nice catch, Amigo!  About time!  Looking forward to following this one.
Cheers,
Bud

Know you have wanted WNW to do an E V so perhaps this is the best bet now, will be following !!!!


Ed

Yep, A WNW EV would still be welcomed  That being said I think I can make this one look pretty good  I appreciate the encouragement Amigo!
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[TobyCoulson]

Not a maker I've heard of before. Looks rather nice. 

[Alexis]

Nice catch, Amigo!  About time!  Looking forward to following this one.
Cheers,
Bud

Know you have wanted WNW to do an E V so perhaps this is the best bet now, will be following !!!!


Ed


Bud said best



Terri

[Jamo]

Hi Rick
I have one of these in my stash so I'll be watching
Cheers
James

Pity TVAL opted for the traditional olive green wing:

[uncletony]

It is a pity because you would have thought they'd have gotten that right. Oh well...

[GAJouette]

 Rick,
Looking forward to her tri-colored wing my friend. One question though,are you planning to texture the wing as well?
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

[RAGIII]

Rick,
Looking forward to her tri-colored wing my friend. One question though,are you planning to texture the wing as well?
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Gregory,
Thanks for asking that question! I have been contemplating the texturing process. I would welcome any thoughts from my fellow modelers on how to  achieve the best results!
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[GAJouette]

 Rick,
It's not too difficult to texture the wing. What I did back in the day at Aerodrome was too draw out the internal structures then remove the plastic between then structures. I used my trusty Dremel tool too lightly dish out the spaces but you can use an knife as well. With this done you just need to sand it down a bit. Be careful if you use a Dremel not to over do it. You want slight dips visible between the internals not big ones. I hope I'm being clear enough to be understood. I still have difficulties organizing my thoughts some days.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

[RAGIII]

Rick,
It's not too difficult to texture the wing. What I did back in the day at Aerodrome was too draw out the internal structures then remove the plastic between then structures. I used my trusty Dremel tool too lightly dish out the spaces but you can use an knife as well. With this done you just need to sand it down a bit. Be careful if you use a Dremel not to over do it. You want slight dips visible between the internals not big ones. I hope I'm being clear enough to be understood. I still have difficulties organizing my thoughts some days.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

Thanks Gregory. Yes you were quite clear. I guess I have a whole bunch of lines to draw on the undersurface. As for the uppers I have not noticed the effect like on the unders. Is it stressed and I am just missing the effect in the photos?
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[GAJouette]

 Rick,
I textured both the upper and lower surfaces on mine. I'm sure I asked about this on the Aerodrome at some point. Likely why I textured both.Which ever you do you'll be in for a lot of work. Looking forward to seeing what you've done.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

[RAGIII]

A small update: I have begun the interior by applying Aviattic reverse four color Lozenge. I still need to paint the wood grain and tubing. By the way the lozenge is applied where it will be seen after assembly.
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[lcarroll]

Great effect Rick and nicely applied. Great start on a subject dear to my little heart!
Cheers,
Lance

[coyotemagic]

You're off to a superb start, Amigo!  This one's going to be a real gem.
Cheers,
Bud

[Juan]

Looking good Rick, looking forward to your usual high standards and your progress.